Sunday, June 2, 2013

Buruli ulcer

Buruli ulcer
Buruli ulcer - pathological processes of the skin with the formation of ulcers are a common group of diseases in the tropics and subtropics. The mechanisms of their development and clinical manifestations are diverse, which is not an easy task for dermatologists.

Friday, May 17, 2013

Spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine: Surgical treatment

Spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine: Surgical treatment
   Surgical treatment of spinal stenosis, spinal department is appointed in order to reduce or eliminate the pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots. When the operation is the removal or adjustment of the damaged parts of the spinal column. The successful surgery is to expand the spinal canal and reduce pressure on the nerves and, consequently, the elimination of pain, numbness and weakness in the legs.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine: Causes

Spinal stenosis of the lumbar spine: Causes
   The most common cause of spinal stenosis - changes in the spine. By changes in the spine to treat sealing of soft tissue and the gradual degeneration of the discs and joints that connect the vertebrae of the spine. Each of these changes may cause narrowing of the spinal canal. Spinal stenosis usually develops gradually. As the process of development can be compression of the spinal cord or nerve roots.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Treatment for back pain

Treatment for back pain
   How is it diagnosed back pain?
  • Before the doctor will treat back pain, he or she can conduct research to determine the cause of back pain. The doctor will check your range of motion and function of nerves and hold a study Manual procedure to determine the localization of discomfort.
  • Analysis of blood and urine tests will give information about the pain occurred due to infection or other system problems.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Herniated Disc - What's going on?

Herniated Disc - What's going on?
   The gradual deterioration of the intervertebral discs is a natural part of aging, which often leads to a herniated disc. However, only a few people with a herniated disc suffer from severe symptoms.

   Due to the aging and injury outer layer of the disc membrane can dry out and form cracks. This causes deformations and fractures the disc. Often a herniated disc causes strain and is not broken disk.